Coatings Technician, R&D Support (Entry-Level)

The Haartz Corporation; West Acton (MA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid time off

401(k)

Health care plan

Job summary

Haartz in Acton, MA is seeking a Coatings Technician, Level 1 for our R&D Program Development group. This entry-level role offers on-site training, Monday–Friday 6:00am–3:00pm, with overtime after 8 hours.

You will support coatings projects, prepare samples, and test production and lab materials in a manufacturing environment. Successful candidates will be self-motivated, detail-oriented and capable of teamwork; prior manufacturing experience is helpful, but training is provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, plus 1 year of related experience.
• Computer experience required.
• Able to lift 50–100 pounds and drums up to 450 pounds with assistance.
• Experience in manufacturing or similar industry; knowledge of Microsoft software.

Responsibilities

• Prepare samples for lab experiments as directed.
• Prepare topcoat formulas with documentation for trials.
• Test coatings for appearance, chemical resistance, formability and characteristics.
• Participate in weekly rotation for cleaning and maintaining lab and equipment.
• Become familiar with the ROSS system for checking production status and inventories.
• Follow safety guidelines and quality system standards.

Skills

Computer skills

Team lifting

Manufacturing

Microsoft Office

Education

High school

Tools

ROSS system

Job description

Haartz in Acton, MA is seeking a Coatings Technician, Level 1 for our R&D Program Development group. This entry-level role offers on-site training, Monday–Friday 6:00am–3:00pm, with overtime after 8 hours.

You will support coatings projects, prepare samples, and test production and lab materials in a manufacturing environment. Successful candidates will be self-motivated, detail-oriented and capable of teamwork; prior manufacturing experience is helpful, but training is provided.